The mathematical modeling of fracture networks is critical for the exploration and development of natural resources. Fractures can help the production of petroleum, water, and geothermal energy. They also greatly influence the drainage and production of methane gas from coal beds. Orientation and spatial distribution of fractures in rocks are important factors in controlling fluid flow. The obj...

Detection of the chemical constituents of hydrocarbons in the hydrocarbon-bearing fluid inclusions in diagenetic mineral cements, secondary fractures and overgrowths could be a useful indicator of the nature of oil in a basin. Microscopebased Raman spectroscopy is a non-destructive, optical vibrational spectroscopic technique that can precisely isolate and analyse hydrocarbon fluid inclusions (...

Declining oil prices has led to a reduction of petroleum exploration as production no longer lucrative area investment in the previous years. Current activities are supported by field work which intensive considering resources required. There is need develop low cost methods delineate areas potential hydrocarbon resources. This research uses Land Satellite (Landsat) 8 Operational Imager (OLI) f...